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Dineout unveils India’s first end-to-end contactless dining suite
MUMBAI: Dining out and restaurant tech platform Dineout has launched the country’s first end-to-end ‘contactless dining suite’ for Indian restaurants to ensure they have the right seamless plug-and-play technology and sanitation requirements to support no-contact dining for the foreseeable future.
The brand’s in Resto Contactless Dining suite covers the entire dining experience from pre-ordering to the contactless valet, seating, menu, and payments. Online feedback systems have also been put in place that will collect real-time feedback on the dining experience
Dineout co-founder and CEO Ankit Mehrotra said, “Dineout is on a mission to make restaurants a safe harbour for diners as they re-open for business soon. We believe the role of tech in this post-COVID-19 era is to establish trust and build confidence in the minds of consumers, and our new inresto Contactless Dining Suite would help the F&B industry adjust to the new normal as everything from informing diners about the restaurant’s new safety measures, booking a table, pre-ordering dishes to minimise waiting time, seamless takeaway, contactless payments and ensuring superior hygiene standards are the need of the hour for the entire hospitality industry. Our product suite will ensure complete peace of mind for diners as they enjoy exciting experiences and create new memories at their favorite restaurants in town.”
Absolute Barbecues CEO Prosenjit Roy Choudhury said, “The Post-COVID decade would be a test for restaurants to earn the respect & trust of their customers. As responsible entrepreneurs, we realise the amount of faith customers put in us when they dine at our outlets, and this product suite by Dineout will help fellow restaurant owners across the country revive their business and adjust to the new demands of the ever-evolving hospitality industry.”
Besides unveiling the ‘contactless dining suite’ to help restaurants survive and thrive in a post-COVID-19 world, Dineout will also provide a PPE Safety Kit for Restaurants and ensure hygiene measures at the restaurant. Not only should our diners be safe but it applies to all our kitchen and wait staff too. Dineout is also facilitating the COVID-free certification for restaurants through a licensed lab in order to ensure that all the microbiological tests are in place before restaurants restart post the lockdown. Users can see the certified restaurants on the Dineout App with their audit rating. This will help them make an informed decision and are assured of the safety and hygiene standards, which will go a long way in building consumer confidence.
Brands
KKR sixes to power EV charger rollout under VIDA campaign
Cricket meets clean mobility as big hits spark India’s charging growth
NEW DELHI: VIDA, the electric mobility arm of Hero MotoCorp, has teamed up with Kolkata Knight Riders to launch a campaign that turns cricketing flair into real-world impact.
Titled ‘6 for 6’, the initiative promises to install a 6kW fast EV charger for every six hit by KKR during the ongoing Indian Premier League season. The idea is simple but powerful, as each big hit on the field contributes directly to expanding India’s fast-charging infrastructure.
The campaign builds on VIDA’s growing network, which already spans over 5,300 fast-charging points across more than 430 cities. With EV adoption gaining pace, the brand is using cricket’s mass appeal to accelerate both awareness and infrastructure growth.
Explaining the thinking behind the move, Hero MotoCorp emerging mobility business unit chief business officer Kausalya Nandakumar said, “Cricket has an incredible ability to unite and inspire millions across the country. With the ‘6 for 6’ campaign, we are turning every big hit on the field into a step towards a cleaner and a more accessible mobility future.”
She added that VIDA’s expanding fast-charging network and removable battery technology are designed to make EV ownership more convenient and practical for everyday users.
From the franchise’s side, the campaign is also about giving on-field moments a larger purpose. Kolkata Knight Riders chief executive officer Venky Mysore said, “The ‘6 for 6’ campaign exemplifies the potential of sport as a platform for meaningful, real-world impact. By linking every six to the expansion of EV charging infrastructure, this partnership transforms fan excitement into tangible progress.”
As part of the rollout, VIDA has introduced co-branded charging stations in KKR’s signature colours, with a flagship installation unveiled alongside team players. The chargers are designed for quick top-ups, powering VIDA scooters from zero to 80 percent in about an hour, while also being positioned along key highways to support longer journeys.
The initiative also taps into VIDA’s removable battery system, which allows users to charge using standard household plug points, adding flexibility to the charging ecosystem.
By blending the thrill of cricket with the urgency of clean mobility, VIDA and KKR have found a neat way to make every six count twice, once on the scoreboard and again on India’s road to an electric future.
